N.Y. v. Commons West, LLC - Housing Affordability and Discrimination

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York issued an opinion in the case of People of the State of New York v. Commons West, LLC. The case involves housing affordability and potential discrimination related to the federal Section 8 housing choice voucher program. The court addressed a motion to dismiss and a cross-motion for summary judgment concerning the constitutionality of Executive Law § 296 (5) (a) (1).

New York v. Philip II. - Civil Management of Sex Offender

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed an order granting the State's application to civilly confine Philip II., a respondent found to be a dangerous sex offender. The court revoked his supervised release due to violations, including tampering with monitoring devices.

Matter of Smith - Attorney Resignation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York accepted the resignation of attorney Glen Patrick Smith for non-disciplinary reasons. His name has been stricken from the roll of attorneys, and he is forbidden from practicing law in New York.

Angevine v. Martuscello - Prison Disciplinary Rules Violation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York upheld a determination that an incarcerated individual violated prison disciplinary rules. The ruling confirms the findings of conspiracy to assault, violent conduct, gang involvement, and making threats, based on substantial evidence.

Matter of Wheatley - Attorney Resignation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York accepted the resignation of attorney Nathan Allan Wheatley for nondisciplinary reasons. His name has been stricken from the roll of attorneys, and he is prohibited from practicing law in New York.

People v. Jones - Criminal Possession of a Weapon Conviction Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's denial of a motion to vacate a conviction for criminal possession of a weapon. The defendant argued the vehicle search was based on racial profiling, but the court found he did not meet his burden of proof.

Matter of Gohn - Attorney Resignation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York accepted the resignation of attorney Sandra P. Gohn for non-disciplinary reasons. Her name has been removed from the roll of attorneys, and she is prohibited from practicing law in New York.

Matter of Chukwu - Attorney Disciplinary Action

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in the Matter of Patrick Mbonu Chukwu, an attorney. The court is imposing discipline upon consent due to violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct, including incompetent representation and neglect of client matters.

Nemeth v. K-Tooling - Land Use Variance Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York issued an opinion in the Matter of Nemeth v. K-Tooling, concerning a land use dispute. The court reviewed a judgment that partially granted petitioners' application to annul a determination by the Village of Hancock Zoning Board of Appeals approving a use variance request.

People v. Torres - Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York has issued an opinion in the case of People v. Torres. The defendant was convicted of criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminally using drug paraphernalia. The appeal challenges the weight of the evidence supporting the conviction.